The Hooded Lanterns

“Someone has to keep the lights on.”

The Hooded Lanterns are the last remnant of the old Drakkenheim City Watch.

When the meteor fell and the capital shattered, most fled. Some did not.
Those who remained swore to protect what was left.

Now they operate out of Emberwood Village, maintaining order on the frontier of ruin.

What the Lanterns Are Known For

• Patrolling Emberwood Village
• Enforcing basic law and preventing open violence
• Escorting caravans to and from the ruins
• Conducting reconnaissance missions inside Drakkenheim
• Attempting to preserve some form of civilization amid chaos

They are disciplined, practical, and rarely theatrical.

If there is peace in Emberwood, it exists because they enforce it.

Leadership

Elias Drexel

Commander of the Hooded Lanterns and former Captain of the Drakkenheim City Watch.

Drexel rarely appears in public, but his influence shapes nearly every Lantern operation. It is said he still believes Drakkenheim can one day be reclaimed from ruin.

Many Lanterns view him as the last true authority of the fallen capital.

Ansom Lang

A lieutenant overseeing operations in Emberwood.

Ansom maintains order with steady discipline and little patience for recklessness. Though professional in demeanor, he has shown willingness to rely on capable outsiders when Lantern resources are stretched thin.

He has spoken openly about the difficulty of maintaining stability with limited personnel.

Petra Lang

Ansom’s fellow lieutenant and trusted field operative.

Petra recently led a reconnaissance mission to the Rat’s Nest Tavern, where she and other Lantern scouts were ambushed by ratlings beneath the ruins.

She was rescued by the party after being found wounded and imprisoned within the burrow.

Despite her injuries, Petra demonstrated determination to continue the mission and ensure no other Lanterns remained in danger.

Her survival has strengthened the Lanterns’ view that the party may be reliable allies in future expeditions.

Reputation in Emberwood

• Viewed as legitimate authority
• Tolerated even by unsavory elements
• Overstretched, but organized
• Pragmatic rather than ideological

Where others seek relics, knowledge, or power, the Lanterns seek stability.

They represent structure in a world that no longer has much of it.

Relationship with the Party

The Lanterns have begun to view the party as capable operators within the ruins.

After assisting with the rescue of Petra Lang from the Rat’s Nest Tavern, the party has earned a measure of trust.

Future cooperation appears possible, particularly in matters requiring discretion or dangerous reconnaissance.

Their Goal

The long-term goals of the Hooded Lanterns remain unclear.

They appear committed to preserving order where possible and maintaining a foothold of civilization outside the ruins.

Some believe they may ultimately seek to reclaim Drakkenheim itself.

First appearance in campaign: Session 02 - Emberwood Village

Recent involvement: Session 04 • Session 05